Haiti: Protests and clashes with police in Port-au-Prince June 11 /update 1

Event

Large protests and clashes between demonstrators and police broke out in the capital Port-au-Prince on Monday, June 11. Notably, protests have been reported at the Parc Industriel Métropolitain (SONAPI); protesters have also blocked the road leading to Toussaint Louverture International Airport (PAP). Additionally, there have been reports of stone throwing and clashes in the Clercine area. Associated demonstrations are expected to continue in the capital, and potentially in other cities, through Thursday, June 14. A heightened security presence, further clashes, and consequent traffic disruptions (i.e. due to roadblocks) are possible in the vicinity of any protests.

Context

Daily protests have been called for in Port-au-Prince June 11-14 to demand an increase in the minimum wage and denounce rising fuel prices, among other issues.

All protests in Haiti, even smaller ones, have the potential to disrupt daily life as they often involve roadblocks and/or violence. Further protests to denounce the increase in fuel prices - taking effect this month - are likely in the coming weeks.

Advice

Individuals in Haiti are advised to monitor the situation and to strictly avoid all protests and associated roadblocks due to the high likelihood of violence.